Good morning, Waukesha.

The Waukesha school board will meet Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Blair Administration Building to debate long-range plans under its 'Optimizing Our Future' initiative—options include closing schools, repurposing buildings, and combining grades to address declining enrollment.

Superintendent Jim Sebert said the district projects about $15 million in reductions over the next five years and $30 million by 2035 if the trend continues.

According to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, 134 American Indian students enrolled in Waukesha County schools for 2024—25, marking a 9.8% increase from last year. eAchieve Academy—Wisconsin reported the highest enrollment with 12 students.

Menomonee Falls firefighters Sean Foley and Jessica Wolfe earned the highest honors for lifesaving rescues during August flooding — Foley rescued a father and son from fast-moving water, and Wolfe supported him with a backup rope.

The department is now updating its training and equipment to better handle future emergencies.

Holiday Folk Fair International 2025

2-9 p.m. — Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center — Parking fees may apply — Celebrate multicultural heritage with music, dance, and traditional foods over this three-day festival.

Milwaukee Turkey Trot 5k/8k

8:45 a.m. — McKinley Park — Entry fee not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run and enjoy a donut at the finish line.

Mistletoe Market Craft & Art Fair

10 AM – 4 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Free entry — Discover unique handcrafted art and crafts at this festive market with possible visits from Santa.

Special Saturday: Hands On Holidays

10 AM – 12 PM — Oconomowoc Public Library — Free entry — Create holiday gifts at various crafting stations for all ages.

Waukesha Christmas Parade

4-9:45 p.m. — Lee Sherman Dreyfus State Office Building — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with colorful floats, festive music, and a visit from Santa Claus.